2018 was a year filled with many joyful moments. But amidst all this fun and joy, some celebrities left us forever and have become a fragment of our memories. Those who have left us include Stephen Hawking, Xxxtenacion, Kulsoom Nawaaz, Mark Salling, Kofi Anan, Judith Leiber, and many more!

Anthony Bourdain (1956- 2018)

Anthony Bourdain was a larger-than-life figure — a gifted chef and storyteller who used his books and shows to explore culture, cuisine and the human condition.

Madeeha Gauhar (1956- 2018)

Pioneer of the theatre movement in Pakistan, Madeeha Gauhar was an extraordinary woman of great substance. Her theatre group, Ajoka played a major role through history of theater in Pakistan.

Qazi Wajid (1930 – 2018)

Qazi Wajid was a born actor. He started his career at the age of 10 in film Beydari. He delivered spectacular roles in dramas such as Dhoop Kinaray, Tanhaaiyan, and Khuda ki Basti.

Tim Bergling Aka Avicii (1989-2018)

Avicii’s death came as a shock to even those working closest with him. He was on a tour in Muscat where he committed suicide. A blooming and aspiring DJ in EDM, his death came as a shock to many.

Asma Jahangir (1952-2018)

She was a leading human rights lawyer and social activist. She co-founded and chaired the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.

Kate Spade (1962-2018)

She was the founder and former co-owner of the designer brand Kate Spade. She had been struggling with depression for too long, before taking her life. She had made her empire out of nothing.

Sridevi (1963-2018)

With almost 300 movies in at least five Indian languages under her name, her death came as a shock for everyone. From Mr. India to English Vinglish, she had been a favorite of all!

Stan Lee (1922-2018)

Stan Lee was a legendary writer, editor and publisher of Marvel Comics. His fantabulous but flawed creations made him a real-life superhero to everyone.

Zubaida Tariq (1945-2018)

Zubaida Tariq was famous for her culinary skills and housekeeping advice. With her death an era has come to an end.

Mac Miller (1962-2018)

He was one of this decade’s most prolific artists with numerous albums, mixtapes, singles, and guest appearances. His death was another blow to the American Music Industry.